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About Cork Opera House

Welcome to Cork Opera House, a purpose-built theatre and multi-arts venue in the heart of Cork City. With a main auditorium seating around 1,000 and the intimate Half Moon Theatre behind the main space, it’s the premier destination for opera, theatre, music, film and comedy in the region. Whether you’re catching an Irish National Opera production like Madame Butterfly or a large-scale show such as The Sound of Music, we’ve got you covered with straightforward, no-fuss ticket options and insider tips to help you secure your seats.

Located on Emmet Place (Eircode T12 DW6P), the venue features two main seating levels — Stalls and Dress Circle — plus four private Boxes (Mozart, Verdi, Bizet, Puccini). The Elbow Room space sits above the River Lee, offering additional cultural programming and a unique viewing experience.

We’ll help you navigate seating, parking, transport, and nearby stays and dining, so you can focus on the performance. Think of us as your friendly connection in the business—reliable, straightforward, and always helpful.

Parking isn’t far away: discounted rates are available at Q-Park Carroll’s Quay with online booking for the discount, and accessible parking is available on Emmet Place. Cork Opera House is well served by the city bus network, with Kent Station the nearest rail hub and a TFI Bike station right by the main entrance for a quick ride to the show. For a complete visit, consider nearby hotels such as The Imperial Hotel Cork, Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork City, Hotel Isaacs Cork, and Maryborough Hotel, all offering easy access to the venue. After the performance, treat yourself to local dining options nearby—whether you’re after a classic Irish pub experience or a refined restaurant evening, there are choices to suit every mood.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: main auditorium ~1,000 seats; Half Moon Theatre behind the main space seats ~285.
  • Address: Emmet Place, Cork City, Ireland (Eircode T12 DW6P).
  • Venue type: purpose-built theatre and opera house, a multi-arts venue hosting opera, theatre, music, film and comedy.
  • Seating chart: two levels (Stalls and Dress Circle); four private Boxes (Mozart, Verdi, Bizet, Puccini); The Elbow Room space over the River Lee.
  • Parking: discounted parking in Q-Park Carroll’s Quay (online booking required for discount); accessible parking on Emmet Place.
  • Transit: served by city bus network; nearest rail station is Kent Station; TFI Bike station near the main entrance.
  • Nearby hotels: The Imperial Hotel Cork, Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork City, Hotel Isaacs Cork, Maryborough Hotel.
  • Notable events hosted: regular opera/theatre/concert programs, including Irish National Opera productions (e.g., Madame Butterfly) and large-scale shows like The Sound of Music; venue is also associated with Cork Jazz Festival activities.
  • Renamed/demolished history: original Athenaeum on Anglesea Street became Munster Hall, later rebuilt as Cork Opera House after a 1955 fire; the current building opened in 1965 and has since been renovated.